Automotive Insights
In March 2025, Valeo SilencioTM and its sister brand SWF Das Original once again proved their leadership in automotive innovation, by taking the top spots in a real-life windscreen wiper blade test by Automotive Insights.
With a winning score of 1.5 for Valeo and a strong second-place finish for SWF, both brands showcased their unwavering commitment to quality, reliability, and safety.
Tough Competition
Conducted under real-life conditions, the test evaluated six major wiper blade brands—including Bosch, Continental, Open Parts, and Doga—across 25 different vehicles over a period of three months.
Performance was assessed across five equally weighted categories: ease of installation, city driving performance, motorway performance, durability in car washes, and effectiveness on dirty windscreens.
Valeo SilencioTM
The Valeo SilencioTM range emerged as the clear overall winner, praised for:
Effortless installation – due to intuitive instructions
Exceptional quality in city traffic – delivering smooth, streak-free visibility night and day
Consistent high-speed performance – maintaining clarity even in extreme motorway conditions
Robust durability – withstanding repeated car washes without degradation
Outstanding cleaning power – on dirty windscreens
SWF Das Original
SWF Das Original followed in second place, earning high marks for:
A quiet uniform wiping action – both in cities and on motorways
Excellent durability – under daily use and in automated car washes
Reliable cleaning performance – maintaining visibility in challenging dirt and rain
"This test reaffirms what drivers around the world already know—when it comes to safety, performance, and innovation, Valeo and SWF stand at the forefront. We are proud to provide solutions that not only meet but exceed the expectations of drivers in real-life conditions."
Jeffry Chevalier, Marketing Director at Valeo Service
Safety When It Matters
In the automotive world, where visibility means safety, Valeo and SWF wiper blades continue to deliver unmatched performance when it matters most.
Whether navigating busy city streets or powering through rain at motorway speeds, drivers can trust Valeo and SWF to keep their view clear and their journeys safe.
